New Zealand's fifth Open Government Partnership National Action Plan is currently in development.
Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission is supporting the Minister for the Public Service to develop New Zealand's fifth National Action Plan under the Open Government Partnership.
The Minister's theme for this action plan is 'Strengthening integrity in the Public Service'. We will be using the Commission's integrity action plan to start the conversation and guide the development of the plan's commitments.
You can find more information about the Commission's integrity action plan below.
Message from the Minister for the Public Service
New Zealanders deserve a government they can trust – one that’s open, transparent and accountable in everything it does.
These are not just buzz words – they are principles I believe in and am committed to putting into practice.
I’m pleased to announce that New Zealand will shortly begin development of our fifth National Action Plan under the Open Government Partnership. Cabinet has asked me to lead this process and I’m looking forward to hearing your ideas.
I think the best way to start this conversation is to look at the four key focus areas in the Public Service Commission’s integrity action plan. They are:
- Resetting expected standards and improving agency practice;
- Strengthening conflict of interest management;
- Improving how complaints are handled; and
- Advancing our commitments to reduce corruption and fraud
These priorities align closely with the principles of open government – and I will be using them to guide our consultation to shape the next National Action Plan.
For me, integrity, transparency and public trust are not just ideals – they are the foundation of good government. And that is what we are here to deliver.
Hon Judith Collins KC
Minister for the Public Service
How to get involved
We want to hear what you think New Zealand can do to achieve our open government goals.
Information session
Thursday 4 September from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Ahead of our Fifth National Action Plan workshops, the Public Service Commission’s Open Government Partnership team will be hosting an online information session to answer your questions.
This will be an informal drop-in session where you can meet the team and ask any questions you have about the Open Government Partnership, the Fifth National Action Plan development process, and how you can get involved.
Anyone is welcome to join, and you do not have to attend the information session to be able to participate in a workshop.
To join the information session, please register via email. We will send video conferencing details to registered attendees closer to the date.
Workshops
Thursday 11 September from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Tuesday 23 September from 1:00pm to 3:30pm
In September, we will be hosting two online workshops for anyone who would like to get involved in or share their ideas on the Fifth National Action Plan.
An independent facilitator will lead these workshops and help us to work together to co-create our commitments. We will have time for introductions and general discussion before splitting into virtual breakout rooms for more detailed discussions.
Each breakout room will focus on one or two focus areas from the Public Service Commission's integrity action plan and talk about ideas for how New Zealand can advance open government within those themes. You can start thinking now about what focus area you are interested in discussing:
- Resetting expected standards and improving agency practice;
- Strengthening conflict of interest management;
- Improving how complaints are handled; or
- Advancing our commitments to reduce corruption and fraud
You can find the Commission's integrity action plan below.
Action plan to strengthen Public Service integrity
To join the workshops, please register via email. We will send video conferencing details to registered attendees closer to the date.
If you’re unable to join the workshops but would like to share your ideas with us, please send us an email.
How to receive updates
You can stay updated on our progress by checking this website, following us on social media, or signing up to our OGP mailing list.
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Our action plan timeline
August to September 2025: Engage with the public to generate commitments
September to October 2025: Develop the draft national action plan and consult with stakeholders
October to November 2025: Consider feedback received on the draft plan and publish reasoned response
November to December 2025: Submit final plan to the Minister for the Public Service for approval